CHAPTER 28
ALPHA GRAY
The echoes of the night remained in my cabin as I lay on my bed, contemplating the delicate web of complications that surrounded Lyra and me.
I reached out for my phone, a sudden urge to hear Lyra's voice compelling me. Dialing her number, the anticipation built with each ring until there was an almost immediate response.
"Hello?" Lyra's voice, a mix of curiosity and caution, echoed through the phone.
"Hey, Lyra," I greeted, my tone soft yet filled with a longing I couldn't entirely conceal. "How are you?"
There was a brief pause before she responded, "I'm okay. I got home a few minutes ago "
I sensed hesitation in her words, a subtle indication that she might be keeping something from me. "Is everything alright?" I asked, concerned about coloring my
CHAPTER 29LYRA'S POVI opened my eyes and the morning greeted me with a throbbing headache, a painful reminder of what had happened the previous night. The sheets were rumpled, and the cabin felt empty. Helena wasn't in the room, leaving me alone to face the aftermath of my decisions.I sighed and my hands reached my eyes, attempting to clear off the remainder of sleep, as I tried to stand up, a sharp pain shot through my stomach, causing me to wince and fall back onto the bed. "Damn it," I muttered under my breath, my hand instinctively reaching for the source of the pain. The memory of the vicious attack replayed in my mind, and I couldn't shake off the feeling of vulnerability."Falling apart already, Lyra?" a voice echoed in my mind, a cruel reminder of the consequences of my choices.Sighing, I decided to lie back down for a moment
CHAPTER 30LYRA'S POVI sighed and opened my eyes, greeted once again by the dimly lit cabin. The pain in my stomach had subsided, and I felt a bit better than before. Helena had left me with instructions to rest, and as I sat up, the tray was still on the table, with the remainder of the healing tea that Helena had given me.The room felt quiet, and I hesitated before deciding to get up. As I walked through the hallway, I noticed the sun casting a warm glow through the windows. The throbbing headache had lessened, and I could finally think more clearly.I made my way to the main area, finding a sense of relief in the openness of the space. The couch looked inviting, and I sat down, resting my head against the cushions. As my mind began to clear, I couldn't help but dwell on the events of the previous night.The faces
CHAPTER 31Lyra's POVI halted, staring at the towering trees around me. The idea of unlocking hidden memories felt like stepping into the unknown. But there was an undeniable pull, a desire to uncover the truths that lay dormant within me.A rustle in the bushes snapped me out of my contemplation, and I instinctively tensed. The forest seemed to hold secrets, and I couldn't shake off the feeling that I was being watched.As I scanned my surroundings, the foliage parted, revealing a figure stepping into the clearing. It was Alpha Gray, his eyes locking onto mine. I felt a surge of conflicting emotions — surprise, frustration, and an undeniable attraction that I couldn't deny."Lyra," he called, his voice a low rumble that sent shivers down my spine. "We need to talk."I glanced back at the forest, Sheila's
CHAPTER 32LYRA'S POVHe placed his hands on my face, his eyes searching mine. "What?" His voice, a low murmur, carried an undercurrent of intensity that sent shivers down my spine. I hesitated, caught in the storm of conflicting emotions.As I was about to speak, the sound of the cabin door unlocking shattered the fragile moment. I pulled away from Alpha Gray's grip, my senses on high alert. The creak of the door hinges filled the room as Helena stepped in. Her gaze swept over the scene, and her eyes narrowed, a silent accusation hanging in the air."You're back," I said, trying to inject a casual flare into my voice. "I didn't know you'd return this early." My heart raced, the excuse sounding feeble even to my own ears.Helena looked at me, her expression a mix of pity and suspicion. "I didn't tell you the specific time I'd be back or how long I'd be away," she replied with an
CHAPTER 33ALPHA GRAY'S POVAs I walked away from Lyra's cabin, the echoes of Helena's voice lingered in the air, a constant reminder of the tangled web of emotions I found myself entwined in. I sighed, the weight of the situation pressing down on me. The night had taken an unexpected turn, and I couldn't shake the feeling that more twists lay ahead."Trust me on one condition," Lyra's words echoed in my mind. What condition? I wondered as I walked through the woods. The moonlight filtered through the trees, casting shadows that danced around me, mirroring the turbulence within.I ran a hand through my face, frustration evident in my movements. "What condition, Lyra?" I spoke out loud, but she wasn't there to answer. The silence of the woods only intensified my sense of unease."Perfect time to show up, Helena," I muttered, realizing that the unexpecte
CHAPTER 34GRAY'S POVI removed my lips from hers, and she looked at me with a blush spreading across her cheeks. "Slow down, tiger," she teased, her playful tone cutting through the tension in the room.I sighed, realizing the need to gather my thoughts. "I need to sit down," I said, walking towards the corner of the room. I retrieved a bottle of whiskey from the cupboards, my hands automatically seeking ease in the familiar feel of the bottle.I took a gulp from the glass I had poured for myself, I could feel the hotness running down my throat, and my eyes darted round the room and I met her eyes.“What?” I asked as I took a sip, her eyes following my every move."Have you forgotten that I'm here?" she asked, a hint of laughter in her voice. "Are you going to drink without me?" Her words held a playful cha
CHAPTER 35LYRA'S POVWhat remained of my conversation with Helena, was still lingering in the air. We were back on talking terms after a lengthy discussion the previous day, where I had explained everything to her…. Well not exactly everything, but some of the things that Alpha Gray had shared with me."Helena, I need you to understand," I began, my voice carrying a mixture of frustration and vulnerability. "Alpha Gray told me he wants me. He rejected me before because he didn't want to put the spotlight on me, and he needed to choose Raven for the alliance with his pack."Helena's eyes narrowed, a thoughtful expression on her face. "So, he wants you, but he's choosing Raven for the sake of his pack's alliance?"I nodded, the complexity of the situation weighing on me. "Yes, and he doesn't want anyone to know about us… at least not
CHAPTER 36LYRA'S POVThe palace grounds stretched before me, a realm of grandeur and authority. As we walked through the regal surroundings, Helena's presence beside me offered a comforting anchor amid the storm of emotions within.I sighed, feeling the weight of Raven's impending presence. "Lyra, let's not overreact. It's just Raven, no one else." Sheila said suddenly to me.I nodded, understanding the unspoken tension. We bowed our heads as we passed Raven, trying to blend into the background, avoiding unnecessary attention.But as soon as we thought we had slipped by unnoticed, Raven's voice sliced through the air. "Stop."I halted, exchanging a glance with Helena, uncertainty clouding our expressions. Raven approached, her gaze piercing as she fixed her attention on me. "What did you say?" she demanded, a hint of d